I hit 1000 miles yesterday and as always I do my first oil change at 1000 miles on any new vehicle. And as a matter of fact I looked at the oil filter element and yes I did see 2 to 5 mm filings in the pleats of the filter. At least 20 small filings. But the filter did what its supposed to do. Filter them out!!! So a 1000 mile oil change may not be necessary.

As Far as the Oil change:

This was by far the Easiest Oil change I have ever done. The "canister" oil filter is by far the best design I have seen so far. Having a filter on top the engine make for the cleanest and easiest experience.

What I dont like is the need for 6 qts of oil. My wifes 09 Liberty uses only 5 qts and with the "5 qt Jugs" it makes it easy.

I get a free Oil change from the dealer at 3000 miles. After that I will Probably go Mobil 1 Full Synthetic and do oil chages every 5000 miles.

Random question here Frank, but do you happen to have the TT IV pkg? I'm asking because I'm curious about the design/location of the 'heavy duty oil cooler', and I'd think it would be on top of (or near) the oil filter.

Advanced auto always has "oil change specials" that have 5 qts and a filter for a discounted price. My civic only takes 4 qts. Too bad the jeep and Honda call for different grades, that would work out perfect with the jeep needing 6 qts.

There's much debate about that.. if you let it drain for more than 10 minutes, it'll fill up with 7.5 quarts, plus. I keep the other half quart for toping off the reservoir after draining the catch can.